Live updates as M5 blocked by multi-vehicle crash

Two lanes of the M5 have been blocked by a crash involving several vehicles.

The accident was reported just after 3pm on the M5 southbound between junction 19 and 20 near Clevedon.

Emergency services are in attendance and drivers have been warned to take care on approach.

The crash happened as thousands of families hit the road for the Big Christmas Getaway.

Highways England say they're holding all traffic while the area is made safe by emergency services.

We'll bring you live updates as we get them below

16:38

All lanes reopened - Traffic easing

All lanes now open on the #M5 southbound between J19 - J20 near #Clevedon. There are residual delays of 45 minutes above usual journey times with congestion back to J17 #Bristol. Delays will begin to ease however please allow extra journey time if travelling along this route. pic.twitter.com/Osuw4Lzhij